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Forum: Folding Bikes
01-30-13, 08:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,279
Posted By K6-III

Just don't bring your folding bike on Acela,...

Just don't bring your folding bike on Acela, otherwise you're fine. (Acela has no room even for a foldie)

In the Pacific NW, the Amtrak Cascades trains even have bike hooks for full size bikes!
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-03-12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,032
Posted By K6-III

50lb limit for all packages on Amtrak. Any more...

50lb limit for all packages on Amtrak. Any more and there would be liability for employees hurting themselves.
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-26-11, 02:24 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,823
Posted By K6-III

http://www.flickr.com/photos/99384416@N00/57425519...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/99384416@N00/5742551914/in/set-72157626644855193

You can make it lighter and make it work, but there's a fair bit of money and work involved.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-29-11, 10:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 542
Posted By K6-III

Isn't the fulcrum lever supposed to key into the...

Isn't the fulcrum lever supposed to key into the hub to prevent it from rotating?
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-07-11, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,795
Posted By K6-III

Citizen won't sell those tires to anyone else. ...

Citizen won't sell those tires to anyone else. Damn, and I need some of these as well.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-25-10, 06:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 861
Posted By K6-III

You can run a pair, but it makes more sense to go...

You can run a pair, but it makes more sense to go for a modern LED headlamp, like an IQ Fly or IQ Cyo. You'll get way more light output, and less hub drag than even 1 halogen lamp.
Forum: Framebuilders
06-19-10, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 538
Posted By K6-III

Pay a visit to Spokesman Cycles in Long Island...

Pay a visit to Spokesman Cycles in Long Island City. They should be able to take care of you.
Forum: Commuting
06-07-10, 12:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,658
Posted By K6-III

Drum brakes go a long way towards deterring wheel...

Drum brakes go a long way towards deterring wheel theft, particularly on my cargo bike where they can only be removed in the stand. Euro-style ring lock on rear wheel. U lock from frame to solid...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-10, 12:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 36,034
Posted By K6-III

Between the S7 and P5, for my uses I prefer the...

Between the S7 and P5, for my uses I prefer the P5, at least for the hills we have in NYC (bridges). Then again, I prefer the old Sachs trigger shifters to the new grip shift from SRAM.
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-03-10, 03:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,145
Posted By K6-III

If only I could figure out how to order from...

If only I could figure out how to order from www.fietspunt.nl
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-26-10, 03:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,098
Posted By K6-III

Looks like a tempting option for my Raleigh 20.

Looks like a tempting option for my Raleigh 20.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-09-10, 06:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,223
Posted By K6-III

I'm thinking this is the hub for my next cargo...

I'm thinking this is the hub for my next cargo bike!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-10, 01:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,185
Posted By K6-III

The only hubs currently available with trigger...

The only hubs currently available with trigger shifters: Shimano 7, 8 and Sturmey 3 and 5 speed.

For the Sram S7 you can you the Sturmey-style trigger shifter made by Sachs before the Sram...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-10, 01:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,995
Posted By K6-III

If you're looking for additional gear range, it...

If you're looking for additional gear range, it may be worthwhile to consider a Sram i-Motion 9 for your application, given that an internal hub with more gears can be a good alternative to a...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-10, 01:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,077
Posted By K6-III

No need to mail order. Curbside Cycles in...

No need to mail order. Curbside Cycles in Toronto carries the full line of Basil bags/baskets.
Forum: Commuting
01-30-10, 01:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,357
Posted By K6-III

I thought Curbside carried some nice Basil laptop...

I thought Curbside carried some nice Basil laptop bags specifically designed to mount to the rack. Otherwise, they have some nice waterproof Basil dutch-style saddlebags that you could put your...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-10, 12:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,221
Posted By K6-III

On a 20" wheel, you'll easily be able to lock the...

On a 20" wheel, you'll easily be able to lock the front wheel and powerslide if you want to with the right brake levers.

Do note that the dynamo is designed for larger wheels, so you'll want to...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-10, 12:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,208
Posted By K6-III

I bought my RainMates from Trophy Bikes in...

I bought my RainMates from Trophy Bikes in Philly. Combined with a rainjacket, particularly with rain in cold weather, they're a lifesaver.

For my short 10 minute commute, I can usually get by...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-10, 12:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,601
Posted By K6-III

Take out keys 10 sec. Unlock U lock, 10s. Stow...

Take out keys 10 sec. Unlock U lock, 10s. Stow U lock, 5s.

Helps that I have drum brakes and dynamo lights that I don't have to worry about. Just lock the frame to something with the U-lock.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-30-10, 12:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,510
Posted By K6-III

I have built up and used 3 bikes using Sturmey...

I have built up and used 3 bikes using Sturmey XFDD hubs and another 2 bikes using the XFD. No reliability concerns. Given that Pashley and Velorbis trust these hubs for their European-spec bikes,...
Forum: Utility Cycling
01-04-10, 03:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,931
Posted By K6-III

Just bought the steel stand with aluminum lowers....

Just bought the steel stand with aluminum lowers. We'll see how it pans out...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-04-10, 01:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,224
Posted By K6-III

Its a better Strida!

Its a better Strida!
Forum: Northeast
12-21-09, 11:27 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,222
Posted By K6-III

Lets wait for some of this snow to clear and try...

Lets wait for some of this snow to clear and try for a tour in at least the upper 30's come Mid January.
Forum: Northeast
12-20-09, 11:56 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,222
Posted By K6-III

I'm also looking for some touring options for the...

I'm also looking for some touring options for the winter. Long Island is an easy option from the city, but pretty much any starting place within a 4 hour train ride of NYC is fine.
Forum: Commuting
12-14-09, 03:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,303
Posted By K6-III

Look for the Schwalbe Delta Cruiser. As far as I...

Look for the Schwalbe Delta Cruiser. As far as I know, it comes in Cream in 650b.
Forum: Commuting
12-14-09, 03:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,410
Posted By K6-III

Its common sense against 50 years of auto-centric...

Its common sense against 50 years of auto-centric marketing. Engage the businesses that stand to benefit from more pedestrian activity and try to pitch non-auto travel where it makes sense at local...
Forum: Commuting
12-14-09, 03:12 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,148
Posted By K6-III

If going out for beers with friends (on bikes)...

If going out for beers with friends (on bikes) counts, something on the order of 60%. Otherwise, if we lump all other transportation cycling in with commuting, something on the order or 95%.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-09, 02:04 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,925
Posted By K6-III

Another vote for the Electra Amsterdam. It's...

Another vote for the Electra Amsterdam. It's amazing how little it weighs for what it is.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-09, 01:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,245
Posted By K6-III

I rode my Schwalbe Marathons in 700x37 for about...

I rode my Schwalbe Marathons in 700x37 for about 6000 miles before the sidewalls started to crack (still did not fail). I replaced them with Continental Top Touring 2000 tires in 700x35 and they're...
Forum: Commuting
12-13-09, 01:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,746
Posted By K6-III

Good choice with the drum brakes. The only...

Good choice with the drum brakes. The only situation in which you'll get improved performance on level terrain with disc brakes is to go hydraulic. On hilly terrain, that's another story...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-23-09, 10:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,247
Posted By K6-III

I used to think I wanted a Brompton....then I...

I used to think I wanted a Brompton....then I tried a Mezzo. Once I sell my Downtube Mini, I'll think about it.
Forum: Commuting
11-22-09, 06:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,371
Posted By K6-III

The 38t variant works great on one of my IGH...

The 38t variant works great on one of my IGH bikes. Not the prettiest chainguard, but chainguards in North America are hard enough to come by.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-09, 04:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,154
Posted By K6-III

My personal recommendation amongst the newer...

My personal recommendation amongst the newer folders is the Mezzo. Rides like full size bike, but has 355 16" wheels. The Swift is pretty stiff, but its huge fold makes folding mostly pointless.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 01:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,341
Posted By K6-III

The new Nexus/Alfine, Sram S7, and Sram i-Motion...

The new Nexus/Alfine, Sram S7, and Sram i-Motion 9 are all excellent choices for large wheels. If you don't mind figuring out how to get a smaller chainring, the Sturmey 8 speed (w) series is also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 02:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 571
Posted By K6-III

If its a freehub, it might be gunked up grease in...

If its a freehub, it might be gunked up grease in the freehub, which you could remove and flush out with light oil.

For a freewheel, you just need a new freewheel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 02:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,003
Posted By K6-III

Jtek will be missed. A real engineer's approach...

Jtek will be missed. A real engineer's approach to bicycle component design.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 02:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,341
Posted By K6-III

An additional stage kicks in for gears 1-4. ...

An additional stage kicks in for gears 1-4. Seems like its not withdrawing correctly to get you to gear 5.

Without taking it apart to take a look, it'd be tough to say what's wrong.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 02:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 571
Posted By K6-III

It sounds like either you're shifting while...

It sounds like either you're shifting while stopped with a derailleur or your freewheel/freehub pawls are not working correctly.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-20-09, 08:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,014
Posted By K6-III

You don't need them. Just tighten your axle nuts...

You don't need them. Just tighten your axle nuts properly and you should be fine.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-09, 11:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,773
Posted By K6-III

Very classy looking. It seems like they have it...

Very classy looking. It seems like they have it geared very low. Looks like a 38t crankset, which means it'll be ridiculously low geared unless a 13t or 14t sprocket is installed out back.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-09, 11:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By K6-III

That's a pretty similar fold to Diblasi.

That's a pretty similar fold to Diblasi.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-09, 11:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By K6-III

Interesting how yours cracked at the same place...

Interesting how yours cracked at the same place as mine. Yan included a 30.4 seatpost with my new frame, but no updated seatpost collar. Double check the packaging to see if a seatpost is buried in...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-09, 07:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 627
Posted By K6-III

Another vote for fixing the bike you've got. All...

Another vote for fixing the bike you've got. All you "need" is a new right shifter and rear derailleur.
Forum: Commuting
09-14-09, 06:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,243
Posted By K6-III

The Sram S7 coaster is an excellent hub. If...

The Sram S7 coaster is an excellent hub. If you're going to ride it in city traffic, you might think about adding a front brake.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-09, 04:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,479
Posted By K6-III

Yup, I saw things backwards, the part above is...

Yup, I saw things backwards, the part above is indeed the one you need.

Now if the threads on your indicator chain are stripped, not a big deal to replace that as well.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-09, 01:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,479
Posted By K6-III

Your indicator chain didn't break off inside the...

Your indicator chain didn't break off inside the hub, did it? Looks a bit short.
Forum: Northeast
09-10-09, 07:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,310
Posted By K6-III

You know, sometimes it means you get off and walk...

You know, sometimes it means you get off and walk that last 1/2 block. Still no excuses for going the wrong way.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-09, 10:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,327
Posted By K6-III

If you end up with the same effective diameter...

If you end up with the same effective diameter anyway, given differences in tire sizes needed to make it fit, what's the point of switching rim sizes? You have the exact same gear ratio, and plenty...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-09, 10:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 20,052
Posted By K6-III

I've only heard good things about Brands Cycles...

I've only heard good things about Brands Cycles from the locals who've actually shopped at their B&M retail store.
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-08-09, 09:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,157
Posted By K6-III

A drum brake or roller brake is often all it...

A drum brake or roller brake is often all it takes to make the whole thing look too complicated to remove.

To remove the hub/wheel, need to remove axle nuts, brake band nut/bolt, and drum brake...
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